2006 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan

To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 450 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 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 650 2012 Dacia Logan
Make BMW Dacia
Model 650 Logan
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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