2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Streetwise | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
