2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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 Honda Civic, 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 (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | TVR | Honda |
| Model | Cerbera | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
