2010 Mazda 5 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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 413 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 5 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 5 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
