2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Astra | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
