2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 309 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.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Touran | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 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 | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |