2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 195 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, 2008 Dacia Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Dacia | Mazda |
Model | Logan | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |