2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Panda | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.8 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 | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |