2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Focus | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |