2008 Renault Logan 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 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Logan would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Renault 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 Renault Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Logan | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
