2000 Fiat Duna 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 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Duna | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Duna | Duster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2673 mm |