2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Duster | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
