2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 517 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Equinox | Duster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2673 mm |