2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus M250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus M250 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus M250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | LR3 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
