2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Polo | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |