Dacia Duster 2021 vs Suzuki Vitara 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
| Dacia Duster engine produces 10 HP more power than Suzuki Vitara, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Suzuki Vitara. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 6.1 | |
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The Suzuki Vitara is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dacia Duster consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Vitara, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dacia Duster could require 120 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| Suzuki Vitara gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 214 mm (8.4 inches) | 185 mm (7.3 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: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Dokker | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | |
| 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 1.3 engine: The engine is reliable. However, in the event of problems, getting spare parts and repairs can be difficult. Fuel consumption is reasonable, and the engine is not too demanding on fuel quality. Suzuki Vitara 2018 1.4 engine: The K14C Boosterjet engine is equipped with a turbocharging system that enhances air intake, providing excellent torque as early as 1,500 RPM. However, the direct injection system contributes to carbon ... More about Suzuki Vitara 2018 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.34 m | 4.18 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.61 m | |
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Dacia Duster is larger. Dacia Duster is 17 cm longer than the Suzuki Vitara, 3 cm wider, while the height of Dacia Duster is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 411 litres | 375 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1120 litres | |
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Dacia Duster has more luggage capacity. Dacia Duster has 36 litres more trunk space than the Suzuki Vitara. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.4 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`849 kg | 1`730 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`324 kg | 1`195 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 525 kg | 535 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 17 200 | 16 400 | |
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