2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Fiat Scudo
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 Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Scudo 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 8 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2000 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
