2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 168 kg more 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 (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
