1998 Fiat Bravo 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 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,908 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1666 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
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, 1998 Fiat Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
