2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1000 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 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander 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. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Dacia Duster | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Dacia | Chevrolet |
Model | Duster | Uplander |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |