2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | CTS | M250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
