2012 Dacia Logan vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Logan would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 128 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dacia Logan | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 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 | 1280 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
