2008 TVR Cerbera vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR Cerbera | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
