2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Logan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 489 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2011 Renault Logan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Tiguan | Logan |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |