1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP) has 526 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 886 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vantage | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 48 L |
