2009 Ascari A10 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ascari A10 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ascari | Renault |
| Model | A10 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 346 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2673 mm |
