2005 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio (192 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Clio | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
