2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 5 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | Streetwise | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.3 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 | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2642 mm |
