2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 MG TF. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Esprit | TF |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |