2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. 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 694 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (149 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lotec | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 1000 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
