2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.

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, 2008 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dacia Logan 2008 Toyota iQ
Make Dacia Toyota
Model Logan iQ
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 2985 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 32 L


 

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