2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 584 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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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 (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | TVR | Citroen |
| Model | Cerbera | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
