2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2005 Ford Ikon and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 577 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Ikon 2005 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Ikon 911
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1297 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 414 HP
Torque 110 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74.1 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1043 kg 1620 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 64 L


 

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