2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 217 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1260 kg |
