2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ikon and 2005 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ikon | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ikon | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1035 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |