2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 587 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 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
