2005 Citroen C 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 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 104 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
