2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 520 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dacia | Hyundai |
| Model | Logan | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
