2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Griffith weights approximately 604 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Extreme | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 4987 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
