2010 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1455 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.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2010 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Expedition | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Duster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2673 mm |
