2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (169 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 399 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.
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, 2006 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | V70 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 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 | 1569 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
