2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Focus | Logan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |