2008 Ford F-350 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 F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | F-350 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
