2007 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1464 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | F-250 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2673 mm |
