2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 795 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Porsche | Dacia |
Model | Cayenne | Duster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2673 mm |