2012 Dacia Duster vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 105 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Elantra (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dacia Duster | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
| Model | Duster | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2750 mm |
