2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG TF would be higher. Both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2008 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Elise | TF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 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 | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.2 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 | 950 kg | 1200 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 | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |