2007 Renault Clio vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 598 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Clio | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
