2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Dacia | Mazda |
Model | Logan | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |