Dacia Duster 2017 vs Mitsubishi ASX 2016

 
Dacia Duster
2017 - 2021
Mitsubishi ASX
2016 - 2017
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 115 HP117 HP
Torque: 156 NM154 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.9 seconds11.4 seconds
Mitsubishi ASX is a more dynamic driving.
Dacia Duster engine produces 2 HP less power than Mitsubishi ASX, but torque is 2 NM more than Mitsubishi ASX. Due to the lower power, Dacia Duster reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.06.1
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km7.1 l/100km
The Mitsubishi ASX is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Dacia Duster consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mitsubishi ASX, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dacia Duster could require 135 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Dacia Duster consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mitsubishi ASX.
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres63 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 710 km in combined cycle1030 km in combined cycle
780 km on highway1260 km on highway
640 km with real consumption880 km with real consumption
Mitsubishi ASX gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)Front wheel drive (FWD)

Dacia Duster has 4x4: Duster`s 4x4 system is adapted from Nissan Quashqai. It has 2WD, AUTO and LOCK modes which are selectable with a button. In 2WD mode the vehicle is FWD. In AUTO mode, the vehicle is normally FWD, but if wheel slip occurs, the rear wheels are engaged to gain traction. In LOCK mode (available at speeds up to 60km/h), the center differential splits torque 50/50 front/rear.

Ground clearance: 210 mm (8.3 inches)190 mm (7.5 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Dacia Duster can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km350'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Dacia Duster engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 25 years14 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault ClioUsed only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dacia Duster might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.34 m4.30 m
Width: 1.80 m1.77 m
Height: 1.69 m1.63 m
Dacia Duster is larger.
Dacia Duster is 5 cm longer than the Mitsubishi ASX, 3 cm wider, while the height of Dacia Duster is 7 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 445 litres384 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1444 litres1219 litres
Dacia Duster has more luggage capacity.
Dacia Duster has 61 litres more trunk space than the Mitsubishi ASX. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Dacia Duster (by 225 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Dacia Duster is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mitsubishi ASX, which means Dacia Duster can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`8091`870
Safety: no data
Quality:
low

high
Mitsubishi ASX has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Dacia Duster has serious deffects in 210 percent more cases than Mitsubishi ASX, so Mitsubishi ASX quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 11 20011 600
Pros and Cons: Dacia Duster has
  • timing belt engine
  • has 4x4 drive
  • higher ground clearance
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
Mitsubishi ASX has
  • timing chain engine
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • fewer faults
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