2008 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige. 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 Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Exige | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Exige | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 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 | 916 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |