2006 Rover Streetwise vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Rover Streetwise and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 255 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise. 2006 Subaru Forester 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. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover Streetwise | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Streetwise | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
