2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | HR-V | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
