2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 946 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Dacia | SsangYong |
| Model | Logan | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
