2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 493 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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2008 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Dacia | Volvo |
Model | Logan | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |