2011 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2011 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Volvo C70 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Volvo | Dacia |
Model | C70 | Duster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2673 mm |