2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
