2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 146 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Golf | Duster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2673 mm |