2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 MG TF

To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lotus Elise 2007 MG TF
Make Lotus MG
Model Elise TF
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Roadster Roadster
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 1803 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 89.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium 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 896 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 50 L


 

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