2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2007 Dacia Logan and 2003 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
