2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 795 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dacia | SsangYong |
| Model | Logan | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
