2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Streetwise | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
