2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 590 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escape | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
