1999 Rover 200 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 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200, 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 (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 200 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | 200 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
