2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
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 Roomster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Roomster would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Roomster (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 264 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, 2007 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster 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 Roomster | |
| Make | Dacia | Skoda |
| Model | Logan | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
