2006 Rover Streetwise vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Rover Streetwise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307.
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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise. 2001 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover Streetwise has manual transmission. 2006 Rover Streetwise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover Streetwise | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Streetwise | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
