2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2007 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Kalos | Logan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |