2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 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 586 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 754 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lotec | Lotus |
| Model | C 1000 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1158 mm |
