2012 Nissan Titan vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Logan would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Titan | 2009 Renault Logan | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Titan | Logan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2199 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |