2006 Audi S3 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S3 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
