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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) 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 411 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.

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 1596 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 94 HP 377 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.7:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 1455 kg
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 89 L


 

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