2009 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volvo V70 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Volvo | Dacia |
Model | V70 | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2673 mm |