2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Saxo | Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2673 mm |