2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2006 Rover Streetwise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Focus | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |