2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Explorer | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
