2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |