2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 220 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 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volvo |
| Model | Logan | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
