2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Exige | TF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.9 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 | 916 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |