2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 449 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ikon | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |