2008 TVR Cerbera vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR Cerbera | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
