2009 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 3 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
