2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2008 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Acura | Dacia |
Model | RL | Logan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |