2004 Rover Streetwise vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 60 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover Streetwise | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Rover | Dacia |
| Model | Streetwise | Logan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
