2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 2001 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2001 Lotec Sirius and 2001 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1021 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.

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, 2001 Mazda 6, 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 1139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lotec Sirius 2001 Mazda 6
Make Lotec Mazda
Model Sirius 6
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5987 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 1185 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 1346 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1440 mm


 

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