2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 222 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.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Focus | Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |