2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler 300 and 2000 Lotus M250 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus M250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus M250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250. 2000 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
