2006 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2006 Lexus IS 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 317 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 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover Streetwise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | IS | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
