2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2000 Honda Insight 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. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Logan | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
