2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C1 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 288 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | C1 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
