2009 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka.
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 (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Ka | Logan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |