2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 449 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dacia Logan 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Dacia Subaru
Model Logan Legacy
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 162 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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