2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 330 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
