1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Lotus M250 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus M250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A4 | M250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |