2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 828 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dacia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Logan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
