2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 217 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dacia Duster | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Duster | Jetta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2651 mm |