Dacia Duster 2021 vs Kia Sportage 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Dacia Duster) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Kia Sportage) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing 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: | 116 HP | 177 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 265 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
| Dacia Duster engine produces 61 HP less power than Kia Sportage, whereas torque is 5 NM less than Kia Sportage. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 62 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 217 mm (8.5 inches) | 172 mm (6.8 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. Note, however, that this Dacia Duster version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Dacia Duster 2021 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Kia Ceed, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Elantra | |
| 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. | |||
| Dacia Duster 2021 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Dacia Duster 2021 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.34 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.65 m | |
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Dacia Duster is smaller, but slightly higher. Dacia Duster is 14 cm shorter than the Kia Sportage, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Dacia Duster is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 445 litres | 503 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1492 litres | |
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Kia Sportage has more luggage space. Dacia Duster has 58 litres less trunk space than the Kia Sportage. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`855 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 21 800 | |
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