2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fusion | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Fusion | Logan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |