2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan.
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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Meriva | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
