2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 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 2008 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Focus | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |