2009 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia 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 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Odyssey | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
