2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 699 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 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
