2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 4 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, 2008 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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, 2008 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | Streetwise | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
