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. Both 2009 Dacia Logan and 2007 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (87 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. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
