2005 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Ikon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |