2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1756 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 65 L |
