2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2003 Lotec C 1000 and 2003 Mazda Premacy 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 733 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 200 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 Mazda Premacy, 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 845 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lotec C 1000 2003 Mazda Premacy
Make Lotec Mazda
Model C 1000 Premacy
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5499 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 843 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1610 mm


 

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