2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 199 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 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2002 Volvo V70 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. 2002 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | V70 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2673 mm |
