2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dacia Logan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Dacia | Kia |
Model | Logan | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |