2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 224 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dacia | Opel |
| Model | Logan | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
