2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
