2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Streetwise | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
