2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 729 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dacia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logan | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
