2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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. Both 2008 Dacia Logan and 2009 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |