2008 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Dacia |
| Model | A4 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
