1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | M250 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
