2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2009 Dacia Logan and 2009 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 272 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 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dacia | Nissan |
Model | Logan | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |