2004 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 383 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
