2006 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1630 mm |
