2011 Renault Duster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Duster would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 941 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Duster | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Duster | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
