1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 620 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus M250 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | M250 | S90 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |