2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 5 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ikon | Reno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
