2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus M250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Discovery | M250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
