2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 650 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 FJ Cruiser. 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 FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | FJ Cruiser | Duster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2673 mm |