2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 171 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
| Model | Logan | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16 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 | 1055 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
