1998 TVR Cerbera vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 15 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 793 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 TVR Cerbera | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2774 mm |
