2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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 646 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lotec | Audi |
| Model | C 1000 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |
