2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Avensis | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
