2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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2010 Dacia Duster | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
Model | Duster | i20 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |