2004 TVR Cerbera vs. 2010 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Cerbera would be higher. 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 175 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 460 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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2004 TVR Cerbera 2010 Ford Fusion
Make TVR Ford
Model Cerbera Fusion
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3994 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2728 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L


 

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