2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2005 Renault Clio and 2012 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (108 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Clio | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 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 | 1105 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
