2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover Streetwise has manual transmission. 2003 Rover Streetwise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |