1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus M250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | M250 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
