2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Dacia | Audi |
| Model | Logan | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
