2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ikon and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 444 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.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ikon | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ikon | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1488 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |