2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 8 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 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | TVR | Jaguar |
| Model | Cerbera | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2909 mm |
