2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
