2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2011 Volvo XC60 and 2011 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 630 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.
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 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan. 2011 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Volvo XC60 | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Volvo | Dacia |
Model | XC60 | Logan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1795 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |