2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 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 205 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 718 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan, 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Caravan | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
