2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 612 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.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2008 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dacia Duster | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
| Model | Duster | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
