2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | SSR | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
