2002 Acura NSX vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 400 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Acura | TVR |
Model | NSX | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |