2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2007 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 53 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Logan | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |