2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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 (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
