2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento 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 700 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 806 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Kia | Lotec |
Model | Sorento | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |