2012 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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, 2012 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus IS | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | Duster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2673 mm |
