2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
