2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 330 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
