2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 539 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lotec | Acura |
| Model | C 1000 | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1453 mm |
