2009 Citroen C1 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 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | C1 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
