2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, both 2005 Lotec C 1000 and 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 747 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 856 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotec C 1000 2005 Suzuki Vitara
Make Lotec Suzuki
Model C 1000 Vitara
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 843 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1710 mm


 

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