1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 379 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250. 2009 Nissan Patrol 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. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus M250 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | M250 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |