2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2004 Rover 75
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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 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 587 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 660 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2005 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Lotec | Rover |
Model | C 1000 | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1740 kg |