2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dacia | Mini |
| Model | Logan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
