2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dacia Logan 2008 Porsche 911
Make Dacia Porsche
Model Logan 911
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1461 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 0 HP
Torque 160 Nm 371 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 150 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.7 seconds 5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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