2003 TVR Cerbera vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 701 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Cerbera | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
