2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 331 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | Streetwise | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
