2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Dacia |
| Model | A6 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
