2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ikon | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
