2012 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Duster would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 GMC Savana | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Savana | Duster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2673 mm |