2011 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 470 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Clio | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Renault | Dacia |
Model | Clio | Logan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |