2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Dacia | Smart |
| Model | Logan | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
