2012 Renault Logan vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
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 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Logan | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Logan | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
