2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Dacia | Smart |
Model | Logan | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.1 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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |