2005 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Rover Streetwise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover Streetwise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Frontera | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Frontera | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
