2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan.
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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
