2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 207 and 2008 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Rover Streetwise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 207 | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
