2008 Honda Fit vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera

To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 148 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.

Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Fit 2003 TVR Cerbera
Make Honda TVR
Model Fit Cerbera
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 457 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1032 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 65 L


 

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