2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 96 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dacia Logan 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Dacia Chevrolet
Model Logan Colorado
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 185 HP
Torque 112 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L


 

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