2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volvo |
| Model | Logan | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
