2005 MG TF vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG TF | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | MG | Lotus |
Model | TF | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |