2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 944 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 2012 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
