2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dacia Duster | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Dacia | Nissan |
Model | Duster | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2810 mm |