2002 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 5 more horse power than 2002 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 TVR Cerbera | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | TVR | TVR |
Model | Cerbera | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 457 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |