2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. 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 493 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lotec | Lotus |
| Model | C 1000 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1160 mm |
