2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 Dacia Logan and 2009 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dacia | Fiat |
Model | Logan | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 13 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 | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |