2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 245 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Cube |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
