2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 244 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.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dacia | Toyota |
Model | Logan | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |