2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 272 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
| Model | Lancer | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1461 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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
