2003 Holden Astra vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2003 Holden Astra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra 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 2003 Holden Astra.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Astra | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
