2008 Rover Streetwise vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover Streetwise | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | Streetwise | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
