2011 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Because 2011 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dacia |
| Model | Durango | Logan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
