2012 Renault Duster vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Renault Duster would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 207 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Duster | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Duster | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2685 mm |
