2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 537 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | GT-R | Duster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2673 mm |
