2010 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 2 would be higher. Both 2010 Mazda 2 and 2012 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 2 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 2 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 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 | 1155 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
