2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 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 667 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 340 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | C 1000 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1511 mm |
