2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1414 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dacia | Dodge |
| Model | Logan | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
