2000 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault 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, 2000 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Duster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2673 mm |