2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2005 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C4 | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |