2006 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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2006 BMW X3 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 48 L |