2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |