2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Golf | Logan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |