2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 927 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Element | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |