2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Dacia | Fiat |
Model | Logan | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |