2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
| Model | YRV | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 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 | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
