2001 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 175 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 626 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 626 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
