2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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) has 589 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | C 1000 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1860 mm |
