2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dacia |
| Model | Kalos | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 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 | 1035 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
