2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |