2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 272 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
