2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Lotec | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 1000 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
