2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2012 Dacia Duster

To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster.

Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Dacia Duster 2012 Dacia Duster
Make Dacia Dacia
Model Duster Duster
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 164 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4315 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1822 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2673 mm 2673 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 5.6 L/100km


 

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