2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (69 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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, 2008 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Xsara | Logan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |