2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.

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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dacia Logan 2005 Nissan Sentra
Make Dacia Nissan
Model Logan Sentra
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 175 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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