2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
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, 2003 Subaru R2 (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ikon | R2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
