2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S60 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | S60 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
