2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotec C 1000 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 616 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotec | Subaru |
| Model | C 1000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
