2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 198 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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
