2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 643 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotec |
| Model | Santa Fe | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
