2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000

To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 713 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2003 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mustang 2003 Lotec C 1000
Make Ford Lotec
Model Mustang C 1000
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4600 cc 5499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 130 HP 843 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 990 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1150 mm


 

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