2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Dacia Logan

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 845 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan. 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler 300 2009 Dacia Logan
Make Chrysler Dacia
Model 300 Logan
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5652 cc 1459 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 527 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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