2008 Ford E-250 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 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | E-250 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
