2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2013 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 200 (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 422 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 2013 Chrysler 200. 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, 2013 Chrysler 200 (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2013 Chrysler 200 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. 2013 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Dacia Duster | 2013 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Dacia | Chrysler |
Model | Duster | 200 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2765 mm |