2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 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 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Corsa | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 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 | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
