2006 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise

To start off, both 2006 BMW 645 and 2006 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Rover Streetwise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover Streetwise, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 645 2006 Rover Streetwise
Make BMW Rover
Model 645 Streetwise
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 88.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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