2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Logan would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2361 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
