2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 123 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2774 mm |
