2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 112 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Fusion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |