2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Dodge Ram

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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 305 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 Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dacia Logan 2007 Dodge Ram
Make Dacia Dodge
Model Logan Ram
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5883 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 2900 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 827 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 119.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 129 L


 

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