2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 299 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dacia Logan 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Dacia Toyota
Model Logan Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 5 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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