2000 Lotus M250 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (211 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | M250 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
