2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Vitz | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Toyota | Dacia |
Model | Vitz | Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |