2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Golf | Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |