2006 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 583 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Punto | Duster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |