2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 37 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
