2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 306 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sportage | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
