2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | A3 | Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1295 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |