1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Caldina | Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2673 mm |