2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Duster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 448 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2012 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Outback | Duster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1200 kg |
