2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 250 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 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volvo |
| Model | Logan | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
