2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2006 Ford Fusion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Fusion | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
