2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Dacia | Fiat |
Model | Logan | Brava |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |