2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 725 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2007 SsangYong Korando 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. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotec | SsangYong |
| Model | C 1000 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
