2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Dacia | ZAZ |
| Model | Logan | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2330 mm |
