2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec Sirius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 1123 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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 1230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lotec | Suzuki |
| Model | Sirius | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
