2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2007 Dacia Logan and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 269 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2007 Skoda Octavia 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. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dacia Logan 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Dacia Skoda
Model Logan Octavia
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 162 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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