2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 220 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2006 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dacia | Kia |
| Model | Logan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
