2010 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 52 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 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | Avensis | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
