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. Both 2011 Dacia Duster and 2012 Dacia Duster are equipped with a 1,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, both vehicles can yield 177 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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 1461 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 168 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 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 5.6 L/100km 5.6 L/100km


 

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