2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Logan weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 17.7 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 | 1202 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
