1999 TVR Cerbera vs. 1999 Peugeot 605

To start off, both 1999 TVR Cerbera and 1999 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 TVR Cerbera.

Because 1999 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 1999 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605, 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605. 1999 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 TVR Cerbera 1999 Peugeot 605
Make TVR Peugeot
Model Cerbera 605
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4185 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2810 mm


 

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