2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dacia | Lotus |
Model | Logan | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |