2010 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1027 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 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
Model | Beetle | Logan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |