2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 293 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 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
