2004 Honda Element vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Element | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
