2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dacia | SsangYong |
| Model | Logan | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
