2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Vamos | Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2673 mm |
