2000 Acura EL vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura EL | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Acura | Dacia |
| Model | EL | Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2673 mm |
