2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 800 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 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Raider | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Logan | Raider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
