2000 TVR Cerbera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 176 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Cerbera | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerbera | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
