2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dacia |
| Model | CTS-V | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
