Dacia Logan 2020 vs Renault Megane 2021
Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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Engine: | 1.0 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
Power: | 67 HP | 140 HP | |
Torque: | 95 NM | 240 NM | |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
Dacia Logan engine produces 73 HP less power than Renault Megane, whereas torque is 145 NM less than Renault Megane. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | no data | |
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 49 litres | |
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Ground clearance: | 161 mm (6.3 inches) | 136 mm (5.4 inches) | |
Because of the higher ground clearance, Dacia Logan can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Dacia Logan version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
Engine production duration: | 11 years | 8 years | |
Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Dacia Sandero, Renault Twingo, Smart ForFour | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | |
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 Renault Megane 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. | |||
Renault Megane 2021 1.3 engine: The engine is reliable. However, in the event of problems, getting spare parts and repairs can be difficult. Fuel consumption is reasonable, and the engine is not too demanding on fuel quality. | |||
Dimensions | |||
Length: | 4.40 m | 4.63 m | |
Width: | 1.85 m | 1.81 m | |
Height: | 1.50 m | 1.44 m | |
Dacia Logan is 24 cm shorter than the Renault Megane, 3 cm wider, while the height of Dacia Logan is 6 cm higher. | |||
Trunk capacity: | 528 litres | 503 litres | |
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1361 litres | 987 litres | |
Dacia Logan has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Dacia Logan has 25 litres more trunk space than the Renault Megane. The Renault Megane 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 Dacia Logan (by 374 litres). | |||
Turning diameter: | no data | 11.1 meters | |
Gross weight (kg): | 1`526 | no data | |
Safety: | no data | no data | |
Quality: | no data | no data | |
Average price (€): | 11 000 | 13 600 | |
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