2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 1 | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
