2006 Lada 2111 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 Lada 2111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada 2111 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada 2111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Lada 2111. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada 2111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Lada 2111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lada 2111. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada 2111. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada 2111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada 2111 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Lada | Dacia |
| Model | 2111 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |
