2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Ford Puma
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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma.
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 Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma 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 Puma | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Puma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
