2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2003 Lotec C 1000 and 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 791 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Suzuki Swift, 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 914 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lotec C 1000 2003 Suzuki Swift
Make Lotec Suzuki
Model C 1000 Swift
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5499 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 843 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1390 mm


 

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