2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 481 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (362 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 618 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2002 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lotec | Ford |
| Model | C 1000 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1433 mm |
