2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 150 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 Toyota Altezza. 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 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | Altezza | Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2673 mm |
