2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 5 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), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dacia Logan | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Dacia | Audi |
Model | Logan | Q3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |