2003 TVR Cerbera vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 182 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 762 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Cerbera | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerbera | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2919 mm |
