2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 348 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.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dacia Logan 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Dacia Subaru
Model Logan Legacy
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 250 HP
Torque 112 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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