2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1092 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec Sirius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lotec | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirius | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
