2001 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 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 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Focus | Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
