2003 Toyota Sienna vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 565 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna, 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Sienna | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Sienna | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |