2010 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 Renault 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 RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 2010 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | RAV4 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
