2003 Acura TL vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, both 2003 Acura TL and 2003 Lotec C 1000 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 618 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 498 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL. 2003 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2003 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Acura | Lotec |
Model | TL | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |