2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2005 Volvo S60
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 S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 436 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 S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 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 S60 | |
| Make | Dacia | Volvo |
| Model | Logan | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
