1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Scorpio | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |