1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 510 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus M250 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | M250 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |