2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Ikon and 1997 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
