2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 191 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 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | Eos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
