2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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 632 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lotec | Audi |
| Model | C 1000 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1427 mm |
