2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 111 (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Lada 111.
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, 2003 Lada 111 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Dacia | Lada |
| Model | Logan | 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
