2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 97 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dacia Logan 2013 Ford Fiesta
Make Dacia Ford
Model Logan Fiesta
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11:01:00
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1153 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4067 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2489 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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