2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dacia | Suzuki |
| Model | Logan | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
