2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Dacia | Kia |
Model | Logan | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |