2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2009 Dacia Logan and 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 365 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.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Dacia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Logan | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |