2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2005 Lotec C 1000 and 2005 Seat Ibiza 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 695 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 75 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 Seat Ibiza, 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotec C 1000 2005 Seat Ibiza
Make Lotec Seat
Model C 1000 Ibiza
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 843 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1450 mm


 

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