2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
