2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Elise | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 133 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 | 785 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |