2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. 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 724 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Lotec C 1000 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C 1000 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 844 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |