2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 514 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 2003 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Dacia | Holden |
| Model | Logan | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
