2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise 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 998 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 566 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec Sirius | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lotec | Lotus |
Model | Sirius | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 1185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 1346 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |