2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1575 kg more than 2010 Renault 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Studebaker | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2673 mm |
