2000 Opel Agila vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Agila | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Agila | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
