2010 Renault Duster vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster would be higher. Both 2010 Renault Duster and 2012 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Duster | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Renault | Dacia |
Model | Duster | Logan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |