2007 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Focus | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |