2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 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 680 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Lotec | Subaru |
| Model | C 1000 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
