2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2001 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2008 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Logan | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
