2010 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Logan 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 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan.
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 (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Logan | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Logan | Idea |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
