2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
