Suzuki Vitara 2015 vs Dacia Duster 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Vitara engine produces 35 HP more power than Dacia Duster, whereas torque is 72 NM more than Dacia Duster. Thanks to more power Suzuki Vitara reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 | 7.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km | 8.4 l/100km | |
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The Suzuki Vitara is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Vitara consumes 2.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dacia Duster, which means that by driving the Suzuki Vitara over 15,000 km in a year you can save 345 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Dacia Duster. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 660 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 780 km on highway | ||
| 620 km with real consumption | 590 km with real consumption | ||
| 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 210 mm (8.3 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. Note, however, that this Dacia Duster version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Dacia Duster 2010 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 27 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Megane, Nissan Almera, Dacia Logan, Renault Kangoo | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Suzuki Vitara engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Suzuki Vitara 2015 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 2015 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.18 m | 4.32 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.63 m | |
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Suzuki Vitara is smaller. Suzuki Vitara is 14 cm shorter than the Dacia Duster, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Vitara is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 475 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1604 litres | |
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Dacia Duster has more luggage space. Suzuki Vitara has 100 litres less trunk space than the Dacia Duster. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Vitara is 0.4 metres less than that of the Dacia Duster, which means Suzuki Vitara can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`730 | 1`710 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Suzuki Vitara scores higher in safety tests, but Dacia Duster is better rated in child safety tests. The Suzuki Vitara scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | low | |
| Suzuki Vitara has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Dacia Duster has serious deffects in 680 percent more cases than Suzuki Vitara, so Suzuki Vitara quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 12 000 | 5600 | |
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