2012 Kia Forte vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Forte | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Kia | Dacia |
Model | Forte | Duster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1241 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2673 mm |