2005 Ford Escape vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escape | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
