2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ikon | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
