2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2005 SsangYong Korando and 2005 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 326 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | SsangYong | TVR |
| Model | Korando | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
