You can no longer surprise a modern buyer with an offer to buy a foreign car at a price that is comparable to the cost of a new car of domestic assembly. Today we will compare such popular models as Renault Logan and Nissan Almera Classic and find out which one is better.
Appearance
Renault Logan of the first generation has always caused a slight ridicule of the owners when it came to the appearance of this inexpensive compact sedan. Compared to the Nissan Almera, its shape turned out to be very angular and disproportionate, so those who decided to purchase this car had to put up with a similar disadvantage.
Already in 2013, when the second generation Renault Logan saw the light, this serious problem was solved radically. Appearance has become more interesting, brighter, and the car really began to attract attention. At the same time, the price has become almost one and a half times more, although the advantages of the new modification turned out to be plenty.
Nissan Almera Classic is a car with a Japanese soul, and therefore its design is made in accordance with the approaches and principles of this country. Unlike the clumsy design of the first generation Renault Logan, the Nissan Almera car acts as a stylish and bright car, each line, bend and transition of which looks beautiful, harmonious and not too catchy.
Many experts note that the exterior of Nissan makes such a positive impression only because it borrowed a mask from the more expensive and premium models of the concern.
Interior
Looking inside the Renault Logan of the first generation, almost from the threshold you understand that you have entered the interior of a budget car. Almost everything speaks about Logan's belonging to such a price segment. There is no multimedia system, automatic climate control and other comfort options that many buyers of this car would probably like to see.
As in the case of the Nissan Almera, extremely cheap plastic was used here, which does not stop creaking and crunching when the Renault Logan starts to go over bumps. The disadvantages of Logan include power window buttons located on the center console, when it was much better to place them on the door handles.
The appearance of the new Renault Logan did not solve all the problems of its predecessor.
For example, the plastic used in interior decoration has not improved and is still more than a cheap material.
But the interior design of the car has become much better, the instrument panel with a pleasant backlight, convenient power window buttons on the door surface and the signal button, which has finally moved to the steering wheel, create a pleasant impression.
At Nissan Almera, the interior is made soundly and simply. The dashboard of the Nissan Almera is nicely designed, and it is convenient to read data from it at any time of the day. All controls are really in their places, and you won’t have to get used to their unusual location.
The plastic of the Nissan Almera Classic is also quite hard and inexpensive. This fully pays off with a low price for all configurations of this Nissan model.
The trunk of Renault Logan is quite large, even with a fully assembled rear sofa, its volume reaches a significant 510 liters. At Nissan Almera, this figure is almost the same. Judging by the passport data, here it reaches 500 liters.
Engines and transmissions
Everything is much simpler here, because both cars are based on similar lines of power units. Oddly enough, even the Nissan Almera Classic, which, it would seem, should have a Japanese filling, was no exception to the rule. Here, absolutely the same power unit is installed as that of the Renault Logan. The engine has a volume of 1.6 liters and produces a decent 102 horsepower. At the same time, the design of 16 valves and 4 cylinders performs its functions on the Nissan Almera.
The only thing Logan can offer against the Nissan Almera is the ability to run on 92 octane gasoline. This means a lot of money can be saved on trips, at the expense of performance and fuel consumption.
With the choice of transmission, things are much more interesting for these two cars. The first generation Logan has only two options: either a traditional five-speed manual transmission or a four-mode “automatic”. The last option, by the way, was not liked by car owners, since such a car behaves much worse during acceleration, and there is no need to talk about fuel consumption here.
The second generation of Renault Logan has not changed the engine line. But the range of gearbox choices, unlike the Nissan Almera, has become wider. Now the buyer has the opportunity to choose a car with a robotic box. If you follow the assurances of the manufacturer, now the car will more clearly respond to pressing the accelerator pedal and make really timely gear shifts.
Complete set
Once again, we note that the cars considered in this review are representatives of the budget segment. The first generation Logan, like the Nissan Almera, has the most minimal set of options, which, nevertheless, is quite enough for comfortable trips. Logan has electric windows and mirrors, central locking and even air conditioning. In addition, the Logan owner gets airbags.
The new Renault Logan is more expensive, but it provides the ability to install a multimedia system, climate control and other important and necessary options. The Nissan Almera is the sweet spot, and you'll find most of the features you need here: climate control with air conditioning, power accessories, a radio with multiple speakers, and basic security systems.
Final verdict
Both presented cars are really worthy of attention. The French representative has a low price and provides excellent quality and good equipment, while the Nissan Almera is a reliable car that can do without repairs for a long time and does not require serious investments from the owner.
Compact cars are very popular in the Russian market due to the fact that they are very economical and maneuverable. Of course, Asian automakers are the leaders in deliveries, but Europeans are not far behind them either. Today we will compare Nissan Almera and Renault Logan, which can already be safely called legendary models.
The debut version of the Nissan Almera first rolled off the assembly line in 1995. The car was given a very difficult task - to surpass its eminent predecessor Nissan Sunny and, looking ahead, we note that he succeeded. The release of Almera of the first modification was divided into two stages: before 1998, and after 1998. Between them, you can notice significant differences, which mainly relate to the design of the exterior.
In 2000, the production of Almera 2 started, which quickly became one of the market bestsellers in its segment and sold very well, especially in the Russian market. Since 2006, a modification of the B10 model, which was referred to as the Almera Classic, has been supplied to the domestic market. Since the summer of 2012, the "Japanese" has been assembled at the Togliatti plant of Nissan, which greatly influenced the fall in the price of a compact car.
The budget subcompact Renault Logan first appeared in 2004, and immediately after the presentation, its assembly began at the company's Romanian enterprises. A year later, using the B0 module, domestic specialists. Due to the fact that the developers were forced to invest within the cost of the model - 5,000 euros, they were forced to sacrifice something, and, for some reason, by "something" they meant a security system that, to put it mildly, Logan does not impressive.
To increase demand, the French concern has significantly expanded the range of bodies. In addition to the sedan, it was now possible to take a station wagon, a van and a pickup truck. In 2008, the Frenchman underwent a modernization, which resulted in a slight increase in the level of car safety.
In 2012, Logan 2 was introduced, but the “Frenchman” began to be delivered to the Russian market only two years later. Around the same time, the assembly of the model began to be carried out at AvtoVAZ. Logan was named Car of the Year in 2013.
Which is better - Nissan Almera or Renault Logan? Despite the fact that the career of the “Japanese” began much earlier, Logan still achieved more success, which is why we give him the advantage on this point.
Specifications
The latest version of Almera was released in 2012, the updated Logan 2 has been produced since 2014, we will oppose the technical characteristics of these modifications today. So, both cars are built on front-wheel drive bogies and are equipped with four-speed automatic transmissions.
However, in terms of dimensions, such parity is no longer observed. The body of Almera is 310 mm longer than Logan and 5 mm higher than it. The wheelbase is larger for the Japanese car - 2700 mm / 2634 mm. The situation is similar with the ride height - 160 mm / 155 mm. Given such a difference in dimensions, it is not surprising that Logan is 65 kg lighter than his opponent - 1156 kg / 1221 kg. What do you think: who has a larger luggage compartment? Most likely, the majority will give the answer: “Of course, Almera”, but, no matter how strange it may sound, Logan’s trunk is 10 liters more spacious - 510 l / 500 l. Both cars are equipped with 15-inch wheel elements.
Now let's delve more into the topic of power units. Both models are equipped with 1.6-liter gasoline engines. The only difference between them is that the “Japanese” engine is not very picky about the quality of fuel, and can easily work on the 92nd, which cannot be said about Logan. Each of the engines produces 102 horsepower. However, due to the smaller size of Logan, and, accordingly, the lower weight of the body, it is more dynamic than its counterpart. Judge for yourself: to accelerate the “Frenchman” from zero to hundreds, you need to spend 11.7 seconds, and Almera - 12.7 seconds. A whole second difference! Besides, . Its average consumption is 8.3 liters, which is 0.2 liters less than that of the opponent.
Appearance
Visually, the models are very similar, but you can still notice some differences in the exterior design. So, outwardly, Logan is made in a very dynamic and at the same time voluminous style, and its Japanese competitor can offer a solid and representative exterior, with notes of traditionalism and conservatism.
In front, Logan is equipped with a very dimensional convex wind window and a smooth falling hood. A similar layout of elements and a Japanese car. On the "nose" you can see a signature grille, resembling a bird in shape, instead of a beak, which has a company logo, and huge conceptual headlights. Almera can oppose this with a rectangular false radiator grille and rather interesting front lights, in a unique design. The lower part of the bumper of both models looks very powerful, and is equipped with similar foglights. The main differences between the air intakes: for Logan it is a wide element decorated with chrome, while for Almer it has a trapezoidal shape.
On the side, the cars are also very similar, and from this angle you can make sure that the body of Almera is really much longer than the opponent. Both models have a domed roof and stylish wheel arches. From the point of view of aerodynamics, the "Frenchman" has a more optimal body shape.
At the rear, the cars are arranged quite normally for the class they represent. And if it were not for the optics that are different in style, they could be confused. By the way, they are equipped with very powerful and reliable bumpers.
What to choose? Due to the fact that Logan's exterior is more modern and technologically advanced, it is the Frenchman who we award victory in this aspect.
Salon
Comparing the interior of cars, one can immediately single out a clear favorite - of course, this is Renault Logan. It cannot be said that the interior of Almera is much worse, it just looks very simple, and to some extent even tasteless. But Logan's salon is decorated in a very progressive and innovative style, and boasts a high level of layout and the presence of bold design solutions.
In the design of the dashboards of both models, you can find common features, but still the “Frenchman” console looks more readable and informative. The steering wheel is also more technological at Logan.
In terms of roominess, the Nissan Almera looks more attractive. From the reviews of real owners, we managed to find out that the rear passengers of the Japanese car feel like “kings” and they have room to turn around. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Logan. However, the quality of finishing materials is still better with the "Frenchman".
Price
The average cost in the Russian market is 690 thousand rubles. Nissan Almera will cost about 100 thousand rubles cheaper. However, according to many experts, this is exactly the case when it is best to overpay and get a better car. In addition, Renault Logan has a richer list of basic equipment.
Despite the common design base, Renault Logan and Nissan Almera are perceived by consumers as completely different cars. In the first half of 2014, 31,157 people became owners of Almera in Russia. Logan has a higher figure - 34,725 buyers.
Salon and trim
What attracts a Russian person to a Japanese car? An in-depth study of motorist forums showed that the external similarity with Teana and a spacious interior attract Nissan Almera. Not the last role is played by the birthplace of the brand. The owner's belonging to a certain "clan" of drivers ensures the popularity of the model. Our man likes to get a lot and pay a little. Somewhere this is what happens with a new Japanese car.
The wheelbase of 2700 mm and a flat seat provide passengers with space in the cabin. If you have the skill, you can even cross your legs. But this is not business class. Therefore, the owners of Almera are trying to disguise the simplicity of the cabin. Seat covers and steering wheel covers, navigators and DVRs and other decorations are used. The composition is crowned, as a rule, by flavoring. The appearance of Nissan is already pretty good - the only thing that can be finalized is the wheels. In relation to the bulkiness of the body, they are too small.
Renault Logan's interior design still has old flaws. Let the quality of the finish has grown, but the steering wheel and its column are still tightly fixed (like the Almera). Positioning the chair in this position can take a long time, but never give the desired results. Nissan is better than that. The back is properly attached to the seat and receives the necessary support.
Nissan Almera has one indisputable advantage that experienced Logan owners will appreciate. No "snot" forms on the Nissan windshield. This is the name of the annoying drop that forms at the junction of the cleaning zones of the wipers. This phenomenon has gained wide coverage in certain circles. It is noteworthy that the new Renault never got rid of it, it only decreased in size.
Audio and multimedia
Nissan's audio system is the pinnacle of logic and ergonomics - with budgetary simplicity, of course. The only problem is there is no USB port. This luxury is provided only in top trim levels.
Logan's multimedia system controls are assembled on a touch screen. You can only fully feel the on/off button. The screen is easy to use - large controls and quick response allow you not to be distracted from driving a car. The USB port on the screen frame once again makes you remember that the car is budget.
Dashboard
The dashboard of the new Renault dressed up. At least when compared to previous versions or Almera. At the bottom of beautiful wells, like those of Megane, there are dials. For some reason, they are littered forward and lost contrast. The night illumination was arranged bright, it constantly wants to be dimmed. And now there is no coolant temperature sensor - it will be more difficult to determine engine overheating. But it is not all that bad. The power window buttons moved to the door, and the horn button, finally, on the steering wheel. In addition, there was, albeit a little noisy, but a real climate control system.
Passengers in the back seat will not be cramped. There are fewer places than in Almera, but it definitely won’t be crowded.
luggage compartment
Trunk volumes for both cars are almost the same - 500 liters for Almera and 510 liters for Renault Logan. At the same time, the Frenchman is shorter than his Japanese relative (Logan - 4346, Almera - 4656). At the same time, the Nissan trunk looks a little neater. The entire trunk space is lined with fabric, and the hinges and handles are neater. Both participants are equipped with an asymmetric rear seat backrest.
Engine and handling
Both cars have a French engine with sixteen valves, a volume of 1.6 liters, with a capacity of 102 horsepower. But due to the Euro-5 environmental settings, Renault Logan cannot fill in the 92nd, only the 95th. This circumstance alone can scare away the doubters. The 92nd filled in Almera does not have the best effect on the dynamics of control. But for leisurely drivers, this difference will not be fundamental, especially outside the bustle of the city. So for urban travel it is better to use the 95th, and for long journeys over long distances, you can safely feed the Almera with the 92nd.
Considering the overall driving dynamics, we can say that Logan is somewhat "faster". He, unlike Almera, has an electronic gas pedal, which allows you to get rid of the itching reported by the cable. And in general, in the management of Renault Logan, there are many different “slightly” and “little” ones that can greatly facilitate movement along the crowded city streets. The gears of the five-speed gearbox shift a little more clearly, the steering wheel turns a little easier. In addition, Logan has parking sensors on the rear bumper, although Nissan needs them more.
Brake both sedans exactly the same. Without accurate measuring technology, the difference is practically not noticeable. The unpleasant moment is that in order to brake a machine loaded to the eyeballs, you will have to apply a noticeable effort to the pedal. This aspect is also affected by the feature of budget models - small brake pads.
On a straight line, the sensations from Nissan are vague. Every now and then I want to turn the steering wheel left and right. Due to the soft suspension when cornering, the Japanese has a tendency to build up, especially when loaded. While Logan, having a rigid suspension, is more resistant to rocking. In general, both cars are quite comfortable. The role in the choice will be played by the personal preferences of the buyer - someone likes the clarity of Logan control, and someone will prefer the energy-intensive suspension that “swallows” speed bumps.
Both representatives of the “B + sedans” are not equipped with any acoustic comfort system. At speeds above a hundred kilometers, you will have to scream in the cabin. But for a budget class car, this is not critical, because it is not supposed to.
Summing up
To achieve a full-fledged consumer level, Logan lacks only a steering reach adjustment and a comfortable seat, but the Frenchman has strengthened himself in the low-cost class. Even so, Almera received a warmer welcome from the populace, while Logan received a lukewarm welcome. It turns out that the Japanese are chosen with the heart, succumbing to feelings, and the Frenchman - with the mind. However, the presence of many diminutive nicknames Almera does not save her from the obvious superiority of Logan.
Earlier I wrote about + and - not being the owner, I purchased it, I exploit it and now I am already typing in a different capacity ...
About the poles:
1) A large sedan, for reasonable money and the latest years
2) In its class, perhaps the most spacious.
3) The strength and simplicity of units and assemblies are internal from Renault and external Japanese look from Nissan.
4) Not expensive to maintain, maintain. Spare parts, consumables in any car shop. In fact, one to one from Largus ...
5) ICE K4M, simple, reliable, with a huge motor resource and the absence of a phase regulator.
6) Simple, strong, well adapted suspension for our roads.
7) Excellent review of the rear-view mirrors.
8) Decent clearance for a sedan of 160 mm. and not a single element of the suspension destroys this clearance.
9) A huge trunk, folding the rear seatbacks further increases it.
10) Very good light front optics.
"Russian Almera" is one of the most common sedans working in a taxi, thanks to the summation of the above pluses and the presence of the K4M engine, which, without any manipulation, takes care of up to 500 thousand km, then the replacement of rings, oil seals and again into battle!
1) The K4M engine was designed at a time when engineers thought about the reliability and durability of motors. Therefore, a cast-iron block, simplicity of design, hundreds of thousands of kilometers of run before overhaul! But, attention to the timing unit, the planned replacement of the toothed belt + rollers every 60 thousand km. or every four years, whichever comes first. At 120,000 km, we will replace the pump, as well as the rivulet belt and rollers for it.
2) A design feature of the valve cover. It is fastened with small bolts and performs the function of a single yoke for camshafts.
3) Weak tightness of the motor. The valve cover and the place where the oil separator comes into contact with the valve cover can snot
4) On sedans with manual transmission, control over the state of the left front drive for the presence of fogging of the anther and possible leakage of the transmission fluid. The design is like that of Renault Logan!
5) Automatic transmission DP2 is afraid of: contaminated transmission oil, prolonged driving at high speeds, slippage. Prone to overheating. oils in the automatic transmission.
6) Not an important review in the rearview mirror.
As long as there is no intervention!
Scheduled replacement of engine oil - Elf Evolution 900 SXR with a viscosity of 5w30, recommended for these Renault engines. Oil filter replacement - Mann 75/3.
In the near future, the replacement of the air filter is still the same Mann 1858/2 and the cabin filter.
If the ascetic interior of the car does not repel you, I recommend this sedan for purchase! For those who do not practice aggressive driving, who need a car for everyday, problem-free operation and want to save their family budget by spending the money they earn not on iron, but on more essential, fundamental needs!
All good!
Which is better to choose: Nissan Almera or Renault Logan? Let's compare two cars.
We can say that Renault Logan and Nissan Almera are close relatives. Almost brothers. But even among the very close there are differences. If there is a choice, which is better nissan almera or renault logan, then such a dilemma can drag on for a long time. We begin to understand.
Appearance
Even a cursory glance will be enough to determine the similarity of the cars. This is understandable.
The basis of the machines is the same. Nissan Almera is larger in overall dimensions - both in length and in height. At the same time, Renault Logan is more interesting from the point of view of the work of designers. The Japanese sedan looks slightly bloated on rather small wheels.
In the matter of the superiority of the appearance of one car over its competitor, it is impossible to identify a favorite.
Interior design Nissan Almera leaves much to be desired. Many car enthusiasts give free rein to their imagination, and steering wheel covers, additional seat covers, flavors, registrars and more are used. In a word, something that can dilute some of the dullness of the cabin.
Approximately the same picture with the interior decoration of Renault Logan. The exception is better and nicer upholstery.
The dashboards of both cars are quite informative and convenient. The developers took into account the problems of previous generations of these machines and made a number of changes.
Cause some criticism of the driver's seat and Renault and Nissan. It is difficult to find a position in which the ride will be comfortable. This is especially true for Renault Logan. For passengers in the back row, the question of choosing a favorite is not relevant at all. There is enough space in the Renault Logan, but there is a lot of it in the Nissan Almera.
It turns out that the “inner worlds” of Almera and Logan are approximately on the same level, but with a slight advantage of the Japanese sedan.
Despite the similarity of the car in many technical indicators (the same engines, transmission, etc.), cars behave differently on the road. Renault Logan is a more "frisky" car. This will be especially noticeable when driving on busy city streets. There are a number of minimal advantages that generally create some superiority over the Nissan Almera. This is a softer accelerator pedal, and a clearer operation of the gearbox, and easier steering wheel turns.
The Nissan Almera suspension is softer, so it creates a feeling of rocking the car when driving on rough roads. The more rigid design of Renault Logan allows the car to “hold” the road better.
The noise isolation of both cars is such that it will be quite difficult to communicate with an interlocutor at high speeds.
The cars are almost the same in every way. It is possible that in the bulk of the little things Nissan Almera is slightly superior to Renault Logan. But the financial question can turn everything upside down. The cost of Renault Logan of the top-end configuration and Nissan Almera of the basic version are commensurate. But the equipment of such machines will be different.
So each car owner needs to choose between Nissan Almera or Renault Logan on their own, based on personal preferences.
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