2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | RAV4 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
