1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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 129 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 915 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | M250 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
