2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 186 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.
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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Subaru | Dacia |
Model | Forester | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |