2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | A3 | Logan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |