2000 Acura Integra vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1047 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lotec Sirius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotec Sirius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Acura | Lotec |
| Model | Integra | Sirius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
