2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 260 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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 406 | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 406 | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
