2005 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
