2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Dacia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sandero | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
