2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 2004 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
