1999 Toyota Previa vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa 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 222 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Previa | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Previa | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
