2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1998 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 1998 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Odyssey | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
