2003 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Fit | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
