2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ikon | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
