2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Jeep | Dacia |
| Model | Cherokee | Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
