2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 40 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
