2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Elise | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |