1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1999 Lotus M250

To start off, both 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 Daihatsu Naked 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 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Daihatsu Naked 1999 Lotus M250
Make Daihatsu Lotus
Model Naked M250
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 659 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 56 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1180 mm


 

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