2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Kia Picanto.
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 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ikon | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
