2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 768 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 2012 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dacia | Infiniti |
Model | Logan | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |