2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2009 Dacia Logan and 2007 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,388 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Logan | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |