2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 1985 GMC Suburban 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. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ikon | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
