2012 Dacia Duster vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 100 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 2000 Holden Vectra. 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2000 Holden Vectra 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. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dacia Duster | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Dacia | Holden |
Model | Duster | Vectra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2650 mm |