2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 254 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
| Model | Lancer | Logan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
