2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Logan | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
