2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Focus | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
