2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJ | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
