2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 247 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.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2012 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Camry | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Camry | Duster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2673 mm |