2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover Streetwise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise. 1999 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover Streetwise has manual transmission. 2005 Rover Streetwise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | Streetwise | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
