2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Lotec C 1000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 735 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Ranger | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
