2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 350 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dacia Duster | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Dacia | BMW |
Model | Duster | 118 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |