2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 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 685 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2002 Lotec C 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 799 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Lotec | Jeep |
| Model | C 1000 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1664 mm |
