1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Lotus M250

To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1375 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 Lotus M250
Make Chevrolet Lotus
Model Tahoe M250
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5698 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 321 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2325 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1180 mm


 

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