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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) 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. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 9 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Dacia | Kia |
Model | Logan | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1055 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |