2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ 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. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ | M250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
