2007 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 393 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Ka | Logan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |