2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1114 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 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
