2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 651 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 306 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 719 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 1000 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
