2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 590 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Dacia | Citroen |
| Model | Logan | C8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
