2011 Renault Duster vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 960 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 2013 Volvo XC90. 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Duster | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Duster | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2857 mm |
