2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise

To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 Rover Streetwise. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A8 2003 Rover Streetwise
Make Audi Rover
Model A8 Streetwise
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L