2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Streetwise | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
