2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dacia | Kia |
| Model | Logan | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
