2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. 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 (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 5 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
