2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Polo | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |