2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan.
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 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Logan | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
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 | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |