2006 Opel Astra vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Astra | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1393 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
