2010 Dacia Sandero vs. 2010 Proton Savvy
To start off, both 2010 Dacia Sandero and 2010 Proton Savvy were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Savvy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Proton Savvy.
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 Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Savvy. 2010 Proton Savvy has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Proton Savvy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Sandero | 2010 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Dacia | Proton |
| Model | Sandero | Savvy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
