1998 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2006 Rover Streetwise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
