2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 348 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
