2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sandero | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
