2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |