2010 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 988 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan. 2010 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | 4Runner | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
