2011 Renault Duster vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan 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. Both 2011 Renault Duster and 2012 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dacia Logan. 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Duster | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Renault | Dacia |
Model | Duster | Logan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |