2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 150 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 Kia Shuma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Dacia | Kia |
| Model | Logan | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 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 | 1056 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
