2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Lotec C 1000 and 2005 Volvo V50 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 705 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 375 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 Volvo V50, 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lotec | Volvo |
Model | C 1000 | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |