2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 375 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2005 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dacia |
| Model | Concorde | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2673 mm |
