2002 MG TF vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | MG | TVR |
| Model | TF | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
