2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Elise | M250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1180 mm |
