2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 3 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
