2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 692 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (493 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotec Sirius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q7. (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q7. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lotec | Audi |
| Model | Sirius | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1737 mm |
