2007 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo C70 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | C70 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
