2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1281 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Express | Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2673 mm |