2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 747 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2006 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dacia | Kia |
| Model | Logan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
