2007 Dacia Sandero vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 554 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Sandero | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dacia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sandero | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
