2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3.
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, 2006 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | C3 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 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 | 1216 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
