2012 Dacia Duster vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 657 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dacia Duster | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dacia | Cadillac |
| Model | Duster | CTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
