2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
