2010 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2010 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tucson | Duster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2673 mm |
