2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 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, 2005 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dacia | Ford |
Model | Logan | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |