2004 MG ZS vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2004 MG ZS and 2004 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 174 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (176 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2004 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 2004 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS, 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZS | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | MG | TVR |
Model | ZS | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |