1998 TVR Cerbera vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 TVR Cerbera | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
