2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Rover Streetwise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Stilo | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
