2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Logan would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan.
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 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cruze | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
