2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Opel | Dacia |
Model | Astra | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |