2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 5 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), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 291 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Dacia | Acura |
| Model | Logan | ILX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
