2003 Honda City vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 171 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | City | Sandero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |