2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 728 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 2011 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Saab | Renault |
| Model | 05-Sep | Duster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 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 | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2673 mm |
