2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Kia | Dacia |
| Model | Borrego | Duster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
