2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 203 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Avensis | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
