2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Ikon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 104 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |