1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Commodore | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |