2000 TVR Cerbera vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Cerbera | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | TVR | Seat |
| Model | Cerbera | Leon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
