2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 Mazda 626.
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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Dacia | Mazda |
Model | Logan | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |