2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 850 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.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
