2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Exige and 2008 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF.
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 Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Exige | TF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |