2010 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 144 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.
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 Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Matrix | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | Matrix | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4394 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
