2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 31 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.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | New Beetle | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
