2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Lupo 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 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
