2012 Renault Duster vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Duster | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Duster | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2648 mm |
