2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1796 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Ikon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1060 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 48 L |