2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan.
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 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Civic | Logan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
