2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover Streetwise (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |