1999 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Avantime (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Renault Avantime (255 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Avantime | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Avantime | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
