2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Kia | Dacia |
| Model | Picanto | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
