2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Suzuki | TVR |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
