2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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 596 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 963 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.

Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 743 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2005 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotec C 1000 2011 Honda Ridgeline
Make Lotec Honda
Model C 1000 Ridgeline
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 843 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1790 mm