2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Sagaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Sagaris has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Sagaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Five Hundred | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
