2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (355 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Ram | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 435 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |