2010 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz A and 2010 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 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 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dacia |
| Model | A | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
