2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 189 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.
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 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dacia | Skoda |
| Model | Logan | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
