2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 896 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 Volkswagen Routan. 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 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Routan | Duster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2673 mm |