2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Dacia Logan and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 388 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 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Logan | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |