2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000

To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Lotec C 1000 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 696 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.

Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2004 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A8 2004 Lotec C 1000
Make Audi Lotec
Model A8 C 1000
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4172 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 330 HP 844 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 990 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1150 mm


 

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