2002 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 1 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 846 more horse power than 2002 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Because 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 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 936 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Audi | Lotec |
| Model | S4 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
