2010 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2010 Renault Megane and 2011 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Megane | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Megane | Duster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
