2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1529 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 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |
