2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 10 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 885 more horse power than 2011 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 980 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX. 2011 Acura ZDX 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. 2011 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Lotec | Acura |
| Model | Sirius | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1595 mm |
