2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
