2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 539 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ikon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |