2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 98 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
