2007 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
