2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2002 Opel Vectra and 2011 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Vectra | Logan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
