2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Lotec C 1000 and 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 696 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2004 Lotec C 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Lotec | Saab |
| Model | C 1000 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
