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


 

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