2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 622 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Dacia Duster | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Duster | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |