2008 BMW 630 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 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 560 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 2008 BMW 630. 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 630 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
