2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
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, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | Streetwise | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
