2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2001 Citroen C5 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. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dacia Duster | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Dacia | Citroen |
Model | Duster | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2760 mm |