2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Meriva weights approximately 165 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 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dacia | Opel |
| Model | Logan | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
