2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
