1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2004 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 2004 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Sunfire | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
