2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 6 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 2012 Dacia Duster.
Because 2012 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, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Punto | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
