2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
