2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1085 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dacia | BMW |
| Model | Logan | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
