2012 Dacia Logan vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 4 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 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dacia Logan | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Dacia | Nissan |
Model | Logan | Sentra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |