2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | Golf | Logan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
