2009 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault 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 Volvo V50 (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo V50 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | V50 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
