2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dacia | Mini |
| Model | Logan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
