2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | Streetwise | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
