2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 268 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |