2010 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 524 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Charger | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Charger | Duster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5083 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2673 mm |