2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Panda | Logan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 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 | 1125 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |