2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elise | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
