2003 Rover Streetwise vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover Streetwise | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Streetwise | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
