2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Logan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
