2011 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan. 2011 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Escape | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Escape | Logan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |