2012 Renault Logan vs. 2008 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan.
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 (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Logan | 2008 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Logan | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
