2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 161 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.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dacia |
| Model | 307 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
