2009 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2009 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Optima | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Kia | Dacia |
Model | Optima | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |