2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 461 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Ikon | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |