Dacia Logan 2005 vs Volkswagen Bora 1999
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 75 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 112 NM | 170 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Bora is a more dynamic driving. Dacia Logan engine produces 50 HP less power than Volkswagen Bora, whereas torque is 58 NM less than Volkswagen Bora. Due to the lower power, Dacia Logan reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 | 9.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 9.9 l/100km | |
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The Dacia Logan is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Dacia Logan consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora, which means that by driving the Dacia Logan over 15,000 km in a year you can save 330 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Dacia Logan consumes 2.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 890 km on highway | ||
| 700 km with real consumption | 620 km with real consumption | ||
| Dacia Logan gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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Volkswagen Bora 1998: Vehicle is equipped with 4motion automatic four-wheel drive. Under normal driving conditions, the torque distribution is 90% to the front axle and 10% to the rear axle. When wheel spin is detected, the multi-plate clutch engages and torque is evenly distributed between the axles (50%/50%). | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Renault Kangoo | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Volkswagen Bora engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volkswagen Bora 1999 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Volkswagen Bora 1999 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.25 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.53 m | 1.45 m | |
| Dacia Logan is 13 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Bora, width is practically the same , while the height of Dacia Logan is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | 340 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
510 litres | 670 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Dacia Logan has 170 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Bora. The Volkswagen Bora may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Bora (by 160 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dacia Logan is 1 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Bora, which means Dacia Logan can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`535 | 1`875 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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