2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ikon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
