2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 634 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2013 Ford Taurus 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. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Duster | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2868 mm |
