2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 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 1 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Exige weights approximately 105 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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Exige | M250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
