2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Focus | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |