2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1040 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.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | Q7 | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |