2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
