1999 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dacia |
| Model | C | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2673 mm |
