2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2006 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1203 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
