2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2006 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dacia | Smart |
Model | Logan | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |