2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJR. (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Cerbera. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJR | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
