2012 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dacia Logan | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dacia | Honda |
Model | Logan | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |