2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 97 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, 2009 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2009 Ford Focus 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. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |