2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Dodge Viper

To start off, both 2009 Dacia Logan and 2009 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 322 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 2009 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dacia Logan 2009 Dodge Viper
Make Dacia Dodge
Model Logan Viper
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 8285 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 499 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 711 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 102.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 100.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 167 km/hour 314 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 21.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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