1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Sierra | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Sierra | M250 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |