2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 83 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Ranger | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
