2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. Both 2006 Dacia Logan and 2005 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 185 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 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Dacia | Mazda |
Model | Logan | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |