2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 297 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.
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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Forester | Duster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2673 mm |
