2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 315 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 2009 BMW 520 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 2009 BMW 520. 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2009 BMW 520 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. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Dacia | BMW |
| Model | Logan | 520 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
