2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | F-150 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
