2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 709 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 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Dacia | BMW |
| Model | Logan | X1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
