1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. Both 1999 Honda Civic and 2005 Rover Streetwise are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
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, 2005 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
