1999 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Lotus M250

To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 995 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Lotus M250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus M250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Legend 2000 Lotus M250
Make Honda Lotus
Model Legend M250
Year Released 1999 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3474 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 202 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 180 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 675 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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