2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 124 kg more than 2006 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
