1996 TVR Cerbera vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 712 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Cerbera | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | TVR | SsangYong |
| Model | Cerbera | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
