2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 79 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, 1999 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
