2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | TVR | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cerbera | Copen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
