2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1131 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 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dacia | Nissan |
Model | Logan | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |