2008 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 253 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 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
