2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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 Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Sandero | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
