2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000

To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic 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 725 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.

Because 2005 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 2005 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Civic 2005 Lotec C 1000
Make Honda Lotec
Model Civic C 1000
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1672 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 118 HP 843 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 990 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1178 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1150 mm


 

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