2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 69 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dacia | Mini |
| Model | Logan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
