1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 408 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | M250 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
