2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2011 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
