2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise

To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 367 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.

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, 2004 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C2 2004 Rover Streetwise
Make Citroen Rover
Model C2 Streetwise
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79 mm
Top Speed 203 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1083 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 50 L