2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 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.

Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dacia Logan 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Dacia Subaru
Model Logan Legacy
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 167 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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