2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 245 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, 2002 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Streetwise | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
