2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ikon | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
