2005 Daewoo Lanos 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 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. 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 Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dacia |
| Model | Lanos | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
