2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 453 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.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2008 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Logan | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
