2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 432 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Mustang | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
