2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | Jetta | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
