2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 299 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Elise | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.8 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 | 881 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 50 L |
