2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Dacia | Skoda |
| Model | Logan | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 14.2 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 | 1280 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
