2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 235 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Logan | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
