2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 826 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | X3 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |