2012 Dacia Logan vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dacia Logan | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Logan | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
