2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 514 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.
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 Volvo S60 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volvo |
| Model | Logan | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
