2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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 Dacia Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
