2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan

To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2012 Dacia Logan
Make Audi Dacia
Model A4 Logan
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 128 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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