2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
