2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 kg more than 1999 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sportage | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
