2007 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Kia | Dacia |
Model | Rio | Logan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |