2010 Tata Nano 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 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Nano would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 600 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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 Tata Nano. 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Nano | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Tata | Renault |
| Model | Nano | Duster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
