2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ikon and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 275 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ikon | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ikon | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |