2012 Renault Duster vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen GTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen GTD would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 209 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 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Duster | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duster | GTD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
