2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Because 1997 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 1997 Kia Potentia 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. 1997 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ikon | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
