2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2011 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Sonata | Duster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2673 mm |