2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Skoda | Dacia |
| Model | Fabia | Logan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
