2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Modus (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 165 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.
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 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2005 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Modus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
