2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1578 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Escalade | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
