2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 564 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Logan | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
