2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2005 Lotec C 1000 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 653 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 468 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotec C 1000 2005 Volkswagen Passat
Make Lotec Volkswagen
Model C 1000 Passat
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 2770 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 843 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 279 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1548 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1470 mm


 

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