2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 333 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Logan | Carisma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |