2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 603 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Dacia |
Model | Nitro | Duster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2673 mm |