2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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 212 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 546 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 TVR Cerbera | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | TVR | Ford |
Model | Cerbera | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |