2005 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Econovan | Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2673 mm |