2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 674 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
