2002 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. Both 2002 Ford Ka and 2010 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Ka | Logan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
