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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 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 270 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |