2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 618 kg more than 2012 Dacia 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 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Jeep | Dacia |
Model | Cherokee | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 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 | 1818 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |