2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Dacia | Skoda |
Model | Logan | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |