2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 641 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 417 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Mustang | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
