2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 396 kg more than 2007 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Dacia | Citroen |
| Model | Logan | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
