2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6, 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | TVR | Xedos |
| Model | Cerbera | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
