2011 Dacia Logan vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2011 Dacia Logan and 2011 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 539 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 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan. 2011 Ford Falcon 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. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dacia Logan | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Logan | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
